CTL Script/ Top Stories of July 15 Saturday
Publish Date: July 14 Friday
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From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast
Today is Saturday, July 15th, and happy 67th birthday to guitarist Joe Satriani
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I’m Brian Giffin and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia
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Story 1. charges
Since the expiration of the federal public health emergency in April, nearly 100,000 people in Georgia have lost their Medicaid coverage, according to the Department of Community Health. The federal government had prohibited the disenrollment of Medicaid recipients for three years during the pandemic. Georgia began reassessing eligibility for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids in June, resulting in 95,578 individuals losing coverage, while 64,423 were renewed. The majority lost coverage due to procedural termination caused by a lack of information. The state aims to complete the redetermination process for all Medicaid enrollees by May 2024 and has implemented an information campaign to assist recipients.
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STORY 2: surplus
Georgia tax collections in June 2023 dropped slightly compared to the previous year, but the state ended fiscal 2023 with a significant surplus for the third consecutive year. The Georgia Department of Revenue collected $2.84 billion in taxes in June, a 0.4% decrease from the same month in the previous year. However, the total revenue for the entire fiscal year reached $33.13 billion, surpassing Governor Brian Kemp's revenue estimate of $28.4 billion, resulting in a surplus of nearly $4.8 billion. While individual income taxes decreased by 12.6% due to increased refunds, net sales tax collections increased by 4%. Corporate income tax receipts declined by 14.7% due to higher refunds for businesses. The surplus will trigger a debate on how to allocate the funds, with Kemp advocating for a conservative approach and using the surplus to fund income tax cuts. Critics argue that these cuts primarily benefit the wealthy and that the state should prioritize funding public education, healthcare, and economic mobility.
Story 3: canton
A woman and her 13-year-old stepson were arrested in Canton for allegedly breaking into numerous cars in the area. The Canton Police Department responded to multiple reports of car break-ins, with a total of 26 incidents reported. Some cars were unlocked, while others were forcibly entered. Blood found inside the vehicles was collected as evidence. Witnesses saw a red vehicle leaving the area, and later, the woman and teenager were found unconscious in a red car in a shopping center parking lot. Stolen items and a firearm were discovered in the car. The woman, Brianna Rogers, faces charges of entering auto and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, while the teenager faces similar charges. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges may be added.
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STORY 4: woodstock
The Woodstock City Council made several votes during a meeting aimed at improving the city's infrastructure. They adopted a resolution to apply for federal Community Development Block Grant funding from Cherokee County for the Dupree Road connection project. The city is seeking $685,000 in funding to create a safe connection with sidewalks and trail segments. They also authorized a supplemental proposal with Arcadis for the Paden Street Extension project and approved a contract for surveying the Market Street extension project. Additionally, the council approved an alcohol license request for H&M Food Mart, allowing the sale of wine and malt beverages at the convenience store.
Story 5: ballinger
Eric Ballinger, a lawyer from Canton, has been re-elected for a ninth term on the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Georgia. He will continue representing Cherokee County in the Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit, a position he has held since 2007. Ballinger is the founder of The Law Office of Eric A. Ballinger, focusing on family law, criminal defense, general litigation, and small business representation. He obtained his law degree from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School and has been a member of the State Bar of Georgia since 1993. Additionally, Ballinger serves as a part-time judge for the Magistrate Court of Cherokee County. The Board of Governors is responsible for policymaking and consists of 160 members representing each judicial circuit in Georgia.
Story 6: ATM
The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is seeking suspects involved in the theft of an undisclosed amount of money from an ATM machine at the Towne Lake Wells Fargo in Georgia. The incident occurred last week when the masked suspects allegedly confronted an ATM technician servicing the drive-through ATM. They forced the technician away from the machine and stole cash from it before fleeing in a white vehicle. The authorities believe the incident was specifically targeted at the ATM and not the bank's customers. As of now, the suspects remain at large, and the investigation involves the Cherokee Sheriff's Office, with no involvement from the FBI. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cherokee Sheriff's Office. See some pictures at tribuneledgernews.com
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Story 7: Aaron
The Atlanta Braves will honor the late Hank Aaron during Hank Aaron Week, which will take place from July 25-30. The week will feature community-building initiatives and culminate in celebrations at Truist Park during the Braves' game against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 28. Additionally, the Hank Aaron Invitational showcase game will be held on July 30, featuring the top 200 high school-aged players from across the United States. The Braves will pay tribute to Aaron's impact as a player, executive, and entrepreneur with special pre-game and in-game content. Proceeds from the Atlanta Braves Foundation's 50/50 Raffle during the weekend series will support the Henry Louis Aaron Fund, promoting diversity in baseball.
Story 8: All Star
Atlanta is being considered as a potential host for the 2025 All-Star Game, according to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. This comes after the city lost the opportunity to host the 2021 game due to controversy surrounding Georgia's voting laws. Truist Park, is being considered as a potential venue for the 2025 game. Other sites under consideration include Wrigley Field in Chicago and Fenway Park in Boston. Atlanta has previously hosted the All-Star Game in 1972 and 2000. The 2022 game will be hosted by the Texas Rangers, and the 2026 game will coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. Atlanta previously hosted All-Star Games in 1972 and 2000.
Story 9: BB Update
In an update on Cherokee ballplayers in the pros, Brennan Milone, a 2022 MLB draftee from Woodstock, has been promoted to the Lansing Lugnuts, the High-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. Milone has been performing well across multiple teams, hitting .303 with 70 hits, 11 home runs, and 43 RBIs. Etowah alum Drew Waters of the Kansas City Royals has a season average of .239 with 27 hits and three home runs. Hunter Gaddis, a Sequoyah alum in the Cleveland Guardians' organization, has struggled with a 7.12 ERA in Triple-A. Justin Wrobleski, a former Chiefs pitcher, has a 4-3 record and a 3.27 ERA with the Great Lakes Loons. Connor Pavolony, a catcher and former River Ridge standout, has been reinstated from the injured list by the Bowie Baysox, a Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.
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